SILENCED

The term "whistleblower" is usually attached to controversy, and those who make the difficult decision to expose misconduct within an organization often stand to lose everything. Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker James Spione follows a trio of high-profile whistleblowers, including ex-CIA agent John Kiriakou. This is an eye-opening look at the post-9/11 crackdown on those who attempt to lift the veil on U.S. national security practices and the devastating costs that come with telling the truth. – AP